1. Identify Your Area of Interest

  • Choose a topic that excites you.
  • Consider subjects from your coursework or past experiences.
  • Think about current trends in your field.

2. Understand the Scope

  • Ensure the topic is neither too broad nor too narrow.
  • Broad topics make research overwhelming, while narrow topics may lack resources.
  • Example:
    • Too Broad: “Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare”
    • Better: “Impact of AI on Early Detection of Cancer”

3. Conduct Preliminary Research

  • Read articles, journals, and recent studies.
  • Identify gaps in existing research.
  • Check the availability of sources and data.

4. Define a Research Question

  • Frame your topic as a question to guide your study.
  • Example:
    • Topic: “Social Media and Mental Health”
    • Research Question: “How does excessive social media usage contribute to anxiety among teenagers?”

5. Consider Feasibility

  • Do you have access to data, resources, and time?
  • Can you conduct surveys, experiments, or interviews if needed?

6. Evaluate the Significance

  • Why is this topic important?
  • Will it contribute to existing knowledge or solve a real-world problem?

7. Get Feedback

  • Discuss your idea with professors, peers, or experts.
  • Modify the topic based on constructive feedback.

8. Ensure Ethical Considerations

  • Avoid topics that involve ethical dilemmas without proper permissions.
  • Ensure confidentiality and unbiased research.